Santa Monica Bike Tour

Everything about Santa Monica sizzles, from hundreds of funky shops and restaurants, to more than 4.5 kilometres of white sandy beach. As the subject of many popular songs, movies and television series, the neighbourhood has a vibe like no other. Jason Dundas cycles his way through this bustling and colourful precinct.

Everything about Santa Monica sizzles, from hundreds of funky shops and restaurants, to more than 4.5 kilometres of white sandy beach. As the subject of many popular songs, movies and television series, the neighbourhood has a vibe like no other. Jason Dundas cycles his way through this bustling and colourful precinct.

Santa Monica in California offers more than its beach and year round warm weather. From families on the sand playing to a barking boot camp instructor, you’ll find it all in this bubbly beach side neighbourhood. This area is home to shops, restaurants and the famous Santa Monica Pier. The Third Street Promenade is the place to be at night, bustling with activity from moviegoers, party animals and talented street performers.

Jason checked in to the Viceroy Santa Monica, a uniquely luxurious boutique hotel which fuses classic sophistication and contemporary chic to create a thoroughly modern hotel and resort by the beach. Retreat to your luxurious room complete with stylish décor & modern amenities. If you’re wanting more space, the suites are beautifully designed and offer a separate living area with a pull-out sleeper sofa, which is great for families.

The 24-hour fitness centre is equipped with cardio and weight training equipment or you can laze around the two outdoor plunge pools. The Cast Restaurant has dishes made from fresh, local ingredients and the Cast Lounge serves hand-crafted cocktails by Mixologists inspired by the shifting seasons and unique flavours that go with them.

The Bike Centre offers tours to show you around this dynamic neighbourhood. Jason headed off on the Sweet Spots Dessert tour. Sweet Lady Jane Bakery is the first stop, where Jason indulged in a Lemon Bar and a Brownie.

Next is John Kelly Chocolates, an award-winning national brand making 19 variations of their original award winning recipe called ‘Truffle Fudge’, they also sell an array of other products such as salted caramels, moulded chocolates and walnut caramel clusters.

Jason then mixed the sweets with the Santa Monica and Venice Beach Bike Adventure. The gentrified hotspot of Venice Beach is recognised as the birthplace of skateboarding, but it’s also home to the stunning architecture, sculptures and the legal graffiti walls that have become alluring grounds for world-renowned street artists.

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